Welcome to Whittlestone Head

Whittlestone Head is a small village located in the county of Lancashire, England. The village is situated in the Ribble Valley district and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its picturesque views and peaceful atmosphere, making it a popular destination for tourists looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

One of the main attractions in Whittlestone Head is the St. Michael's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a Grade II listed building and is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and intricate architecture. The church is open to visitors throughout the year and is a popular destination for those interested in history and architecture.

Another popular attraction in Whittlestone Head is the local pub, The Red Pump Inn. The pub is known for its delicious food and cozy atmosphere, making it a popular spot for locals and tourists alike. The pub also offers a range of local beers and ales, giving visitors a taste of the local culture. Overall, Whittlestone Head is a charming village that offers visitors a glimpse into the rich history and culture of Lancashire.

Local Weather

Clear

Temp: 13°C

Feels Like: 12.8°C

Wind: 2.5 MPH

Wind Dir: ENE

Local Schools

School	Details
Turton And Edgworth C Of E Methodist Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Craig Wheatley	Bolton Road Edgworth Bolton Lancashire BL7 0AH 01204852932 School Website
Darwen St Barnabas C Of E Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rebecca Ham	Knowlesly Road Darwen Lancashire BB3 2JA 01254702996 School Website
Aurora Woodlands School Other Independent Special School Ages:10-19 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Gregory	Woodlands Holly Tree Close Darwen Lancashire Lancashire BB3 2NG 1254706600 School Website
Ashleigh Primary School Foundation School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Ian Matthews	Ross Street Darwen Lancashire BB3 2JT 01254703171 School Website
Egerton Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Miss Samantha Mitchell	Cox Green Road Egerton Bolton Greater Manchester BL7 9RE 01204333530 School Website
Lower Pastures Other Independent Special School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Ms Diane Wood	Broadhead Road Hoddlesden Nr Darwen BB3 3QP 7931249374 School Website
Hoddlesden St Pauls Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Christopher Dugdale	Bayne Street Hoddlesden Darwen Lancashire BB3 3NH 01254701940 School Website
Darwen St Peters Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Vicky Weddle	Turncroft Road Darwen Lancashire BB3 2BW 01254701299 School Website
Turncroft Nursery School La Nursery School Ages:3-4 Head Teacher Mrs Kathryn Bolton	Highfield Road Darwen Lancashire BB3 2DN 01254701534 School Website
Walmsley C Of E Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Joanna Atherton	Blackburn Road Egerton Bolton Greater Manchester BL7 9SA 01204332650 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Entwistle Off Overshores Road, Entwistle, Lancashire, BL7 0NG 0.55 Miles

Darwen Atlas Road, Darwen, Lancashire, BB3 0DE 3.26 Miles

Bromley Cross Chapeltown Road, Bromley Cross, Lancashire, BL7 9AG 3.42 Miles

Hall I' Th' Wood Crompton Way, Hall I' Th' Wood, Lancashire, BL1 8UF 4.64 Miles

Bolton Trinity Street, Bolton, Lancashire, BL2 1BE 6.16 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Abbey Private Hire 01254 774949 9 Abbey Crescent, Darwen, Lancashire, BB3 3PX 2.36 Miles
Regal Carriage Co 07973 148697 Blackburn Road, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL7 9TH 2.46 Miles
Airtax 01254 773187 Treetops/Turncroft Rd, Darwen, Lancashire, BB3 2BW 2.51 Miles
Radio Cars 01204 302818 247 Blackburn Road, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL7 9SN 2.54 Miles
Darwen Private Hire 01254 703677 15 Bolton Road, Darwen, Lancashire, BB3 1DF 2.90 Miles
M Cars Private Hire 01254 775591 6A Borough Road, Darwen, Lancashire, BB3 1PL 3.03 Miles
Chippies Taxis 01254 708090 Railway Road, Darwen, Lancashire, BB3 3EH 3.14 Miles
Chauffeur World 01254 777727 157 Duckworth Street, Darwen, Lancashire, BB3 1AT 3.35 Miles
Lancashire Cars 01204 303612 30 Andrew Lane, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL1 7JQ 3.78 Miles
Ribble Valley Limousines 07759 415651 16 Falcon Avenue, Darwen, Lancashire, BB3 1QX 3.88 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Entwistle Station No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Broadhead Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Toby Inn No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:12:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:30
Edgworth P O No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Bull Hill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:12:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:30
Chapeltown No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bolton Road Edgworth No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cranberry Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cemetery Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Waterfield Avenue No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Culvert No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Park Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Red Lion Hotel No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:12:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Bolton Adult Adhd Service 07368 623213	Edgworth Medical Centre 354 Bolton Road Edgworth, Bolton BL7 0DU
Turton Pcn Hub 01204 856843	354 Bolton Road Edgworth Bolton BL7 0DU
Umebuani Vc 01204 852226	Edgworth Medical Centre 354 Bolton Road Edgworth Bolton Lancashire BL7 0DU
Spring-Fenisco Healthlink 01254 282870	Springfield Surgery 102 Bolton Road Darwen Lancashire BB3 1BZ
Dr A Alam's Branch Practice 01254 772290	42 Railway Road Darwen Lancashire BB3 3EH

Local Stores

Bromley Cross
196 Darwen Road
Bromley Cross
Bolton
Greater Manchester
BL7 9JJ
01204 306221
shop.8442@coop.co.uk
Store Website
3.32 miles

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SPAR Euro Garage Bolton
Blackburn Road
Bolton
BL1 7LR
01204776741
Store Website
3.7 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

My Vets
Station House Railway Road Darwen Lancashire BB3 2RJ 01254 777005 reception@abbeydalevets.co.uk Website 3.03 miles
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Medivet Ramsbottom
11A Market Place Ramsbottom Bury Greater Manchester BL0 9AJ 01706 827787 ramsbottom@medivet.co.uk Website 4.19 miles
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Armac Veterinary Clinic
30 Bradshaw Brow Bolton Lancashire BL2 3DH 01204 595453 4.29 miles


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Bolton Vets4pets Ltd
Drummond House Moss Bank Way Bolton Lancashire BL1 8NP 01204 308 700 bolton@vets4pets.com Website 4.34 miles
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Pennine Vets - Harwood
175 Longsight Harwood Bolton Lancashire BL2 3JF 01204 609060 harwood@penninevets.co.uk Website 4.34 miles
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Community Pet Clinic
Inside Jollyes Petstore 733 Crompton Way Astley Bridge Retail Park Bolton Lancashire BL1 8NZ 01204 300199 bolton@jollyes.co.uk 4.39 miles
Amenities Vaccination clinic only
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Local Dog Walks

Entwistle Reservoir
This Is Another Lovely Reservoir Walk In Lancashire, And Is About 2.5 Miles. Edge Ln 0.67 miles Turton And Entwistle

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Entwistle And Turton Reservoir
Beautiful , Mostly Flat Walk Around The Reservoir With Option To Go Through Some Majestic Pine Woods. Well Laid Paths To Walk On And Dogs Are Ok Off Lead. Entwistle Hall Barn Entwistle Hall Ln Entwistle Bolton BL7 0LR 0.73 miles

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Wayoh Reservoir
This Is A 4 Mike Walk, But There Is An Option Early On To Cut It Short By Turning Left Rather Than Continuing Straight On. 7 Overhouses Bolton BL7 0LL 1.22 miles Head To Entwistle Car Park And Walk To The Right Instead Of Left To Entwistle

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Jumbles Country Park
Flat Walk, Cafe Plenty Of Picnic Seats To Rest Unnamed Road Bolton BL7 0HJ 2.68 miles

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Jumbles Country Park And Reservoir
Grange Rd Bolton BL7 9AX 2.68 miles Jumbles Country Park, Bradshaw Road Bolton Great Manchester

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Jumbles Country Park
Really Nice Park And Pretty Big! Has A Refreshment Cafe As Well. Pathways, Forests, Lakes And Places Where Your Dog Can Have A Swim Safely! Beautiful Scenery. Love Going Her On A Summer Day. Many Benches And Picnic Areas To Have A Bite To Eat. Grange Rd Bolton BL7 9AX 2.94 miles

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Weather Forecast

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Temp	13.7°C	12.9°C	12.5°C	12.3°C	14.5°C	17.6°C	20.1°C	21.8°C	22.5°C	21.6°C	18.9°C	16.8°C
Feels Like	12.9°C	12.1°C	11.4°C	11.3°C	14°C	17.4°C	20.1°C	21.8°C	24.6°C	21.6°C	18.9°C	16.8°C

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Temp	15.8°C	16.2°C	15.8°C	15.6°C	17.1°C	18.7°C	20.6°C	22.4°C	23.1°C	21.5°C	19.4°C	18.1°C
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